Reading Time: 3 minutes We all experience work stress sometimes, but is yours affecting your health? Short-term stress can be helpful for getting things done and meeting deadlines, but chronic work stress—whether it comes from coworkers, a packed schedule, or fear of cutbacks or layoffs—negatively impacts quality of life, both physically and emotionally. This can, in turn, alter work performance and overall happiness with … Read More
Which Diet is Best for Your Heart?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in the United States. That’s a scary statistic, but thankfully there’s a lot we can do to protect our tickers—like eating a healthy diet. But what exactly should we eat? Research has shown a certain way of eating is best for supporting heart health: a mostly plant-based, whole foods diet. For example, … Read More
Have a Heart-Healthy Valentine’s Day: Fun Ways to Thrive Together
Reading Time: 3 minutes February is American Heart Month! And since we’re all about sharing the love through health, here are some passionate ways to care for your heart on the holiday most popular for sharing it, Valentine’s Day. Cook a Wholesome Meal Together Going out to eat is a popular date idea, but restaurant meals are high in fats, sugars, sodiums, and other … Read More
Surprisingly Unhealthy Foods Disguised as Healthy
Reading Time: 3 minutes Most people know whole foods, like fruits and vegetables, are good for us, but what about packaged foods that claim to be healthy? How much can we trust them? Due to clever marketing or disinformation online, sometimes it’s hard to tell if a food is actually good for you. The foods in this list can fill in that category. They … Read More